By PETER DOUGLAS
THE Selby Folk Club has hosted some fine musicians in its time, but not many more talented with a guitar than Justin Bernasconi.
After first rising to prominence with folk group The Stillsons, Bernasconi has been impressing audiences with his debut solo album, Winter Pick.
The guitar talent will now unveil more solo material at the Selby club on Friday, 5 February, with doors opening at 7.30pm (tickets $10).
Bernasconi was born in London but arrived in Australia in 2004 and he told the Mail it was a life-changing move.
“I headed to Australia to uncover the renowned Melbourne music scene,” he said.
“There was always an affinity with Australia for me.
“When I was younger, everything changed for me when I heard AC/DC.”
He formed The Stillsons with Cat Canteri and Ben Franz in 2006 and they released three highly acclaimed albums.
But in more recent years, Bernasconi has been finding his feet as a solo artist.
Interestingly, he felt the decision was not all of his own doing.
“The songwriting I was doing probably led me that way,” he said.
His influences range across many genres, including folk, bluegrass, ragtime and blues.
To celebrate Bernasconi’s performance in the Hills, the Mail is offering a double-pass giveaway.
For you chance to win, simply email editor@mailnewsgroup.com.au and include your name and contact details.
